November 15, 2024 - Cataraqui Conservation's Low Water Response Team has declared a Level 1 Low Water Condition For the Cataraqui Region extending from Napanee to Brockville and north to Newboro. The Monthly precipitation for October was well below normal with the regional average at 20% of normal. Stream flows continue to decline following a dry September and October. Groundwater levels are showing some impacts of prolonged reduced precipitation.
Low water conditions are based upon precipitation and stream flow indicators and a Level I low water confirmation is determined by Cataraqui Conservation as part of the Ontario Low Water Response Program.
A Level I low water condition is the first of three levels and reflects a potential water supply problem if current precipitation and stream flows trends persist. Level II ‘Moderate’ suggests a potentially serious problem where a Level III ‘Severe’ indicates a failure of the water supply to meet demand.